• Cutting Edge: Art off the Wall

    Arts Council of Kern - 18th Street 1020 18th Street, Bakersfield, CA, United States

    An Art Gallery dedicated to the alternative, metalworks and sculptural arts.

  • March First Friday ArtWalk

    First Friday ArtWalk is a monthly community market where local artists, artisans, and vendors set up booths at our location to showcase and sell their handmade artwork, crafts, and specialty goods. It’s a lively evening of shopping, creativity, and connection—giving the community a chance to support local makers and discover unique, one-of-a-kind finds.

  • Cultivate Kern

    Cultivate Kern is a free, hands-on workshop series designed to strengthen nonprofit leaders, arts and culture organizations, schools, libraries, grassroots groups, and civic leaders across Kern County. Through arts-based strategies and practical tools, the program helps organizations build capacity, diversify funding, strengthen leadership, and move from survival to sustainability. Featuring interactive sessions, peer networking, and […]

  • Reigning Cats and Dogs – SUBMISSION DEADLINE

    Arts Council of Kern - 18th Street 1020 18th Street, Bakersfield, CA, United States

    Reigning Cats and Dogs is a playful and heartwarming exhibition celebrating our favorite furry companions. Featuring pet-inspired artwork by talented local artists from across Kern County, the gallery highlights a […]

  • Second Saturday with Cutting Edge

    Arts Council of Kern - 18th Street 1020 18th Street, Bakersfield, CA, United States

    Second Saturday is our monthly morning-to-afternoon community market, held from 9 AM to 1 PM, where local vendors fill our building with handcrafted goods, art, and unique finds. This month’s event also marks the closing celebration of Cutting Edge, featuring a special skateboard performance by Richard Valle that adds an energetic, creative twist to the […]

  • Reigning Cats and Dogs

    Arts Council of Kern - 18th Street 1020 18th Street, Bakersfield, CA, United States

    Reigning Cats and Dogs is a playful and heartwarming exhibition celebrating our favorite furry companions. Featuring pet-inspired artwork by talented local artists from across Kern County, the gallery highlights a variety of styles and mediums that capture the charm and personality of cats and dogs. The celebration will also include a lively Pet Parade, inviting […]

  • April First Friday ArtWalk

    First Friday ArtWalk is a monthly community market where local artists, artisans, and vendors set up booths at our location to showcase and sell their handmade artwork, crafts, and specialty goods. It’s a lively evening of shopping, creativity, and connection—giving the community a chance to support local makers and discover unique, one-of-a-kind finds.

  • Night In Tuscany

    Night in Tuscany is an elegant Italian-inspired evening celebrating art, culture, and community. Guests will enjoy delicious Italian cuisine, fine wine, and the stunning setting of Seven Oaks Country Club […]

  • May First Friday ArtWalk

    First Friday ArtWalk is a monthly community market where local artists, artisans, and vendors set up booths at our location to showcase and sell their handmade artwork, crafts, and specialty […]